Dr. Emily A Markwood, DMD

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Emily A. Markwood, who serves patients in Champaign, Illinois.

A competent dentist, Dr. Markwood welcomes patients at Caring Family Dental in Champaign, Illinois. She strives to make each patient feel comfortable throughout any dental procedures and understand the importance of good dental health. She cares that each patient trusts her and feels positive about their dental experience, and so she encourages patients to ask questions to feel informed about their treatment. Dentistry can be intimidating for many patients, and she hopes that her calm and welcoming nature can put her patients at ease.

Born and raised in Bloomington, Illinois, she studied at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, and received her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. She moved to the Champaign area and worked in public health before starting at Caring Family Dental.

On a more personal note, Dr. Markwood has two golden retrievers. She enjoys taking them on walks, participating in agility, and taking her therapy certified dog to nursing homes.

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